Burnout can be overcome: improving your mental and physical health
Ishaan Nandwani, Opinions Editor As a junior pre-med student double majoring in Spanish and biology and applying to medical school this application cycle, I’ve experienced my fair share of stress. In addition to taking challenging upper-level courses, I volunteer as an interpreter and scribe at a local free clinic, study for the MCAT, serve as […]
2019 homecoming queen says experience brought her out of ‘comfort zone’
Christina Amano Dolan, Contributing Writer After a week of anticipation, the name “Jalia Jeffreys” rang through the Siegel Center’s speakers on Friday evening. As she waved to the crowd and a Homecoming Queen sash was placed over her shoulder, Jeffreys said she was overjoyed and stunned. “I was nervous,” Jeffreys said, “but I wasn’t really focused […]
How to grocery shop in college
This story ran as part of a VCU Student Media Center summer special publication, The Compass, which serves as a guidebook for new students. Iman Mekonen, Spectrum Editor Grocery shopping can be hard, especially if you’re on your own in college for the first time. There are so many options, making the experience overwhelming and […]
How to stay healthy your first year of college
This story ran as part of a VCU Student Media Center summer special publication, The Compass, which serves as a guidebook for new students. Emma North, Contributing Writer An all-you-can-eat dining hall, parties, late-night cookie delivery services and all-night study sessions can make it seem impossible to stay healthy while in college, but VCU offers […]
Uqora Enters The Women’s Health Market
Women everywhere can say goodbye to cranberry juice and antibiotics and hello to Uqora — a new urinary tract infection prevention method that tastes like lemonade and doesn’t require insurance or a visit to the doctor. Anyone who has suffered from a UTI will be distinctly familiar with the sharp burning, discomfort during urination and […]
Using music as medicine
Music therapy uses sounds to accomplish positive changes in people’s behavior, thinking, communication, social skills or emotional and physical well-being. In collaboration with VCU Health, the VCU Music Therapy Program works with patients in multiple settings such as hospitals, schools and homes to address their mental health or physical concerns. These medical issues include but […]
First woman CEO of health begins tenure
Marsha Rappley is a practicing pediatrician, cancer survivor, mother of two and now, the first woman to lead VCU’s health operations.
VCU raises heart health awareness through February
Sarah King News Editor Austin Walker Staff Writer At VCU’s Pauley Heart Center, the month of February signifies more than mentally preparing for the check-out lines at Kroger around Valentine’s Day. VCU is fully embracing The American Heart Association’s “Heart month” initiative, which intends to educate communities about heart disease and spread awareness of the […]
The anti-vaccination farce is dangerous for humanity
Despite the fact that the anti-vaccine movement’s arguments have been debunked, their theories are still affecting public opinion.
Brains meet brawn with Bodybuilding VCU
One VCU student connected with his fellow bodybuilders and powerlifters to form a group that takes on large weights and large stereotypes.